Safety Recall NHTSA · 82V056000 Reported June 1, 1982

Brakes:air systems:air supply system

Peterbilt Motor Company · Service Brakes, Air · 12 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
82V056000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
12
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 1, 1982

Defect Summary

Should an ice blockage occur between the air dryer and the wet tank during extremely cold weather conditions, the pressure between the compressor and the line blockage would build up and could lead to a violent explosion.

Corrective Action

A pressure relief provision will be installed at the dryer to prevent pressure build up.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Peterbilt Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 82V056000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 82V056000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 82V056000?

NHTSA recall 82V056000 was issued by Peterbilt Motor Company on June 1, 1982. It addresses: Brakes:air systems:air supply system. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Peterbilt Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 82V056000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.